The Lamborghini Miura is often credited with creating the supercar genre. Now that iconic model from Sant’Agata turns 60. The Lamborghini Miura made its public debut at the 1966 Geneva Motor Show and quickly changed the direction of the performance-car market. Automobili Lamborghini had been founded only in 1963, and its first production model, the […]
Lamborghini isn’t shy of making limited edition versions of its range-leading supercar. There were many such examples based on the Aventador, such as the new Countach and the Centenario. But these have typically appeared late in a model’s lifecycle. However, the latest follows on pretty soon after the introduction of the Revuelto. Say hello to […]
It seems that new supercars and new supercar makers arrive on the scene about as often as new Chinese brands enter the SA new-car market. The list of supercar producers increases by one with the debut of the Garagisti & Co GP1 earlier this week. This is the first product from a newly launched UK […]
Long before there was the Fast and Furious franchise there was The Cannonball Run. It featured several big stars of the day. The cast included Burt Reynolds, Roger Moore, Farrah Fawcett, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and even Jackie Chan, among others. But one of the undisputed stars of the show was the Cannonball Run […]
There are few names in the automotive design world as famous as Marcello Gandini. The Italian designer, it is reported by Italian news outlet Rai, passed away earlier today. He was 85 years old. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. Buy now and take advantage of free delivery […]
Last year Liberty Walk set the tuning world abuzz when it launched a Ferrari F40 wearing one of the company’s signature widebody kits. You can see that car at this link. A few days ago the Japanese styling house dropped more jaws when it released the Liberty Walk Lamborghini Countach at the Tokyo Auto Salon. […]
Automobili Lamborghini celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2023. To celebrate this milestone the Italian automaker has collaborated with influential artists from around the world to create unique projects. The very first creation was shown today; called the Lamborghini Huracán STO Time Chaser_111100. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. […]
Lamborghini is one of the few brands that was still fitting a V12 engine to its halo products. The Italian automaker held onto this signature powertrain as long as it could. But time and legislation caught up with the pure ICE, naturally aspirated motor. The Lamborghini retired the Aventador last year, but a replacement is […]
The 2022 Concorso d’Eleganza took place last weekend at its traditional home Villa d’Este. The Italian hotel alongside picturesque Lake Como celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. There were dozens of rare and classic cars in attendance. In addition, the who’s who of the automotive world descended on the event to enjoy the start of […]
There is nothing we enjoy more than seeing classic cars being driven. This is especially true when they are driven in unexpected places in unexpected ways. These slip sliding classics are a perfect case in point. The 2022 International Concours Of Elegance St. Moritz was held in Switzerland. At the event we see a raft […]
The supercar world is littered with stories of failure. For every Christian von Koenigsegg and Horatio Pagani there are dozens of dreamers whose plans for outlandish cars were never realised. In some cases they were just too over the top, in most it was a case of an unattainable business case. The Cizeta-Moroder V16T sadly […]
In 1971 Lamborghini wowed the world with a jaw-dropping supercar called the Countach. And now we get to relive the drama of that original as the Countach LP500 Concept has been faithfully recreated by Lamborghini. The car will be shown in the concept car class at the upcoming Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. Follow Double Apex […]
Automobili Lamborghini’s history has produced many firsts and records. Here are four quirky Lamborghini facts that you might not have heard about before, including one very interesting show car. Follow Double Apex on Facebook and Instagram, where we share more car content. Order from our online store and take advantage of free delivery in South […]
Restomods are all the rage these days. As car enthusiasts yearn for yesteryear, companies are creating cars that have the appearance and feel of older models that use modern tech and materials. The latest throwback in the world of motoring is the Lamborghini Countach LPI800-4. Just 112 units of the ‘new’ Countach will be built […]
Lamborghini’s products typically have very long lifecycles (the Gallardo lasted a whopping 13 years), which is why the company has to keep ‘reinventing’ existing models with new derivatives and limited editions. The Italian automaker has just unveiled the Lamborghini Aventador LP780-4 Ultimae, one final edition to say goodbye to its existing halo model after 10 […]
Bruce Canepa is a former racing driver who has strong links with the Porsche brand. Cars sold, built and restored in his California workshop are among the most rare and desirable ever produced. The company can fully restore just about any classic or racecar. Now they have created the Porsche 959 Reimagined. Follow Double Apex […]
Double Apex has several friends locally and abroad. One of our international correspondents has a keen eye for design and penned this piece on Italian concept cars part 2. Click here to see part 1. What do doorstops, changes in air pressure and green ground beetles have to do with concept cars? Everything it seems, […]
Double Apex has several friends locally and abroad. One of our international correspondents has a keen eye for design and penned this piece on Italian concept cars part 1. Look out for part 2 later this week. What do doorstops, changes in air pressure and green ground beetles have to do with concept cars? Everything […]
Pagani Automobili probably needs no introduction to most petrolheads. We had a chance to visit the Pagani Automobili Museum, next door to its manufacturing facility, while on a trip through Italy’s Motor Valley. Follow Double Apex on Instagram and Facebook where we share more car content. We have covered plenty of Pagani content since we first visited the museum […]
